Funeral services for Mr. Asberry Johnson Jr. of Dawson, Georgia will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. at the Jerusalem Baptist Church in Dawson, Georgia with Rev. Willie Pearman officiating. Burial will follow at the Sardis Cemetery. Mr. Johnson died Saturday night at the Wilson Hospice House in Albany Georgia.

Mr. Asberry Johnson Jr. was born on December 10, 1938 in Dawson Georgia to Gladys Ruth Johnson and Asberry Johnson Sr. Mr. Johnson was employed for over 30 years at Oxford Construction Company. On April 26, 1959 he married Ms. Johnnie Pearman.

He leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 56 years, Mrs. Johnnie Johnson of Dawson, Georgia; his children Randy (Filicia) Johnson of Americus, Georgia, Anthony Johnson of Sylvester, Georgia, Samuel Johnson of Hawaii and Sandra Johnson of Connecticut; one sister Patricia Johnson of New Jersey; two grandchildren Alycia Johnson of Hawaii and Christon Johnson of Americus, Georgia; several other relatives and friends including a devoted friend Britt Crawford also survive Mr. Asberry Johnson.

Funeral services for Mrs. Wilma Lee Roach Hunt Fuller will be held Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at the Zion Hope Baptist Church with Pastor George F. Monts officiating. Burial will follow at the Eastview Cemetery.

Mrs. Wilma Lee Roach Hunt Fuller was born December 4, 1941 in Sumter County, Georgia to Willie and Earnest Roach. Wilma was known and loved by her many friends and relatives in the Brooklyn Heights Neighborhood of Americus, Georgia. After graduating high school, Wilma moved to Hartford, Connecticut where she met and married James “Jimmy” Howard Hunt. They were blessed with three children La Toria, Lea “Michelle” and James, Jr. By the early 70’s Wilma returned to Americus to rear her children. Wilma worked at Magnolia Manor and later as at T G &Y and several other local retail stores. Wilma enjoyed family, friends and gathering everyone at her home. In 1981, Wilma married Tommie Fuller and lived briefly in Cleveland, Ohio only to return to Americus once again. After several years of illness, Wilma relocated to Richmond, Virginia to be near her daughters. Though far away from home, Americus was always near and dear to Wilma’s heart.

On Sunday morning August 16, 2015 Wilma went home to be with the Lord at the age of 73. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Earnestine “Dot” Taylor. She is survived by her children: La Toria H. Tookes (Timothy) of Chester, VA, Lea H. McCormick (Ricky) of Richmond, VA, and James H. Hunt, Jr.; stepson, Craig S. Garrett (Roslyn); four grandchildren: Edward, Lee, Christopher and Olivia; and step-grandchildren Jocelyn Raymond (Ivan) and Jordan.

Graveside services for Mr. Charlie Flint Jr., affectionately known as “Jap” age 75, of Americus, Georgia will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at the Eastview Cemetery in Americus, Georgia with Rev. Robert Angrish officiating.

Charlie was born July 25, 1940 in Leslie, Georgia to Charlie and Geneva Patrick Flint. Charlie was a loving father, mate, grandfather and friend to all. He loved carpentry and worked as a general contractor for 40+ years until he was forced to stop due to his illness. He enjoyed the Atlanta Braves and played baseball during his youth and as a young man. He also enjoyed cigars, cards and walking. Charlie was always there to help friends with carpentry projects or whatever else they needed him for.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Leroy Flint. Charlie passed away in his sleep at the Lillian Carter Health and Rehabilitation Center on Thursday, August 13, 2015.

He is survived by two sons Craig (Lashonda) Flint of McDonough, Georgia and Shannon (Stephanie) of Detroit, Michigan, grandsons Craig II and Sterling, granddaughters Cierra and Morgan.

Visitation will be from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at West’s Mortuary on Monday, August 17, 2015.

Funeral services for Mr. Tellias J. Welborn age 23 of Americus, Georgia will be held on Friday, August 14, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at the Church of Christ on Williams Road in Americus, Georgia with Pastor Courtney Moore officiating. Burial will follow at the Eastview Cemetery.

Mr. Tellias J. Welborn, Jr. was born in Americus, Georgia on March 1, 1992 to Ms. Victoria Washington and Mr. Tellias J. Welborn, Sr. He was educated in the public schools of Sumter County. Tellias was a compassionate young man that was known near and far. On Thursday, August 6, 2015 the Angel of death took Tellias to a better and everlasting home.

Funeral services for Colonel Charles Edward Cooke (Retired) will be held on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the Andersonville National Cemetery. wake will be held at Union Chapel in Huntsville, AL on Friday, August 7th at 12 pm. Charles passed onto glory peacefully in his sleep on the morning of August 2, 2015. He was 65 years old.

Charles Edward Cooke was born in Plains, Georgia on June 23, 1950. He was the seventh child born to Jack and Jonnie Mae Cooke. Charles confessed hope in Christ early in his life at Mt Salem Baptist Church in Americus, GA where he was baptized. He grew up in the church alongside his brothers and sisters dedicating his life to serving others. He faithfully served wherever life took him. Working tirelessly to become a faithful servant of Christ. He in later years could always be found telling anyone would listen how the Lord had blessed him and kept him

Family and friends remember Charles for his infectious smile, friendly nature, and love of sports. His younger sisters recall being forced to play basketball for hours with him, while his older brother recants Charles' intense work ethic. Those qualities endeared him to many over the years in both work and play from volunteer Boy Scout Leader to advancing through the Marine Corps ranks earning him the Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal with Gold Star and the Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Charles faithfully served his country in the United States Marine Corps for 31 years with duties in 9 states and 11 countries around the world. His distinguished service ended in 2004 in Washington, D.C. retiring at the rank of Colonel.

Following his military service Charles worked at Northrup Grumman as an Information Assurance Specialist. He was an ordained deacon at his previous church, First Mount Zion Baptist Church in Dumfries, VA for 4 years before transferring with his company to Huntsville, AL. After 7 years, he retired to full time community service with such organizations as the Semper Fi Community Task Force and Meals on Wheels. He earned a Certificate of Biblical Studies from the Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Institute of Biblical Studies. Devoting himself more to the God of all Creation who sustained him throughout the years gave him great joy.

Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Cooke; one sister, Annie Maude Cooke; three brothers, Sam, Alonzo, and Eddie Lee Cooke; and two sons, Kevin Hurley Sr, and Wiley Cooke.

The family wishes to thank you for your prayerful concerns and support during this trying time. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Diabetes Association / Vanderbilt, Nashville, TN in his name/honor.